Union United Methodist Church will once again bring the town of Bethlehem to life as it hosts the 32nd annual drive-through living nativity, The Living Christmas Story, December 5–7 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. each evening. For more than three decades, the church’s parking lot has been transformed into aContinue Reading
By Radley West It took me a long time to learn that “no” is a complete sentence. Let’s face it: boundaries get a bad rap. To some, they sound cold or selfish, like you’re suddenly too good to answer a 10 pm “Hey, can you help me move this couch?”Continue Reading
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and kick off the holiday season. Saluda Shoals Park will hold the annual Sleigh Bell Trot November 24 and the Sleigh Bell Stroll November 25. The after-dark events offer participants a chance to run or walk through Holiday Lights on the River —Continue Reading
High Five Fridays have become an exciting beginning to the last day of each week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For years (during the schoolyear) one of the most enthusiastically anticipated end-of-week interactions between schoolkids and deputies has been HIGH FIVE FRIDAYS (H5F), a Friday morning period when deputies meetContinue Reading
S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame holds Veterans Month press conference at Columbia Convention Center, site of the Hall’s permanent home Days after celebrating the Marine Corps 250th Birthday in Philadelphia – which included a wreath-laying ceremony at the grave of the Corps’ first Commandant Samuel Nicholas – Major GeneralContinue Reading
This holiday season, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College invites audiences to celebrate with a festive lineup of performances, ranging from holiday theatre specials to swingin’ big band jazz and enchanting seasonal dance. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever — Family MusicalPresented by Columbia Children’s TheatreDecember 6 at 2 p.m. andContinue Reading
Photo: My grandmother and mother’s cornbread mold with an ear of Bradford heirloom corn. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Born of fire, master of fire, and survivor of fire, my vintage cast iron cornbread mold fed many a soul. Best I figure it came to be in the 1930s.Continue Reading
District Five has named Chad Raynor as the interim principal of Piney Woods Elementary School. He succeeds Cassy (Paschal) Young, who has been appointed the district’s new coordinator of support staff. “I am honored and humbled to serve as the interim principal at Piney Woods Elementary School,” Raynor said. “IContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C., November 12, 2025 — Leeza’s Care Connection (LCC) proudly announces that renowned gerontologist and community advocate Dr. Macie P. Smith has been selected to receive the organization’s highest honor, The North Star Award, at its annual Illuminate Gala on November 20, 2025. Held each year, Illuminate shines aContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. (October 14, 2025) – Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed to spark student creativity and promote lifelong financial literacy skills. Sponsored by the FutureContinue Reading
The week before Thanksgiving is reserved for the annual recognition of American Education Week. This is a time to pause and recognize the teachers, students, staff, and administrators in our local schools. We highlight the contributions of our educators who empower the next generation and pursue the pledge of libertyContinue Reading
Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) has announced that attorney William “Bill” Fortino has been named the firm’s new Managing Partner, effective January 1. Fortino, a respected leader within the firm and an award-winning Family Law attorney, will guide MBM’s strategic initiatives, oversee operational priorities, and continue the firm’s longstanding commitment toContinue Reading
By Robin All The photo demonstrates a fully extended right arm at about eye level. At this point in the swing, both the arm and the club are aimed toward the intended target. Rather than overthinking swing mechanics—backswing fundamentals, transition techniques, or how to start the downswing—try focusing on simplyContinue Reading
Mullikin celebrates law enforcement officers from across South Carolina By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources – and one of 60 of the most influential (impactful) military leaders from S.C. recognized during Veterans Month whosonthemove.com/ – was the keynote speaker forContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. (Photo courtesy of Chapin High School Athletics) The Chapin boys cross-country team finished second at the Class 5A Division II state final, led by standout performances from Michael Rose, who placed sixth, and Brandon Rogers, who came in 11th. The Lady Eagles also brought home hardware,Continue Reading
(Photo courtesy of Chapin High School) By Thomas Grant Jr. As Chapin seeks to add to its state record of competitive cheer titles, it enters Saturday’s final at Colonial Life Arena as the clear favorite. The Lady Eagles coasted to victory at the Class 5A Division II qualifier. They seekContinue Reading